Best compact sedans of 2017 at a glance

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The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel is pictured April 10, 2017, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The gas and diesel models look the same. The Cruze lost points for not having standard safety features like the competition.

The best compact sedans under $23,000 are loaded with advanced safety features, convenient technology, and are fun to drive. Each sedan tested had to have an EPA combined rating of 31 mpg or better with an automatic transmission and offer more than 91 cubic feet of interior volume. The candidates are ranked from worst to best. For full results, visit www.cars.com/news.